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B979 JCD

1984 Vespa Douglas

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,289 mi
Last recorded22,289 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 Vespa Douglas14,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB979 JCD
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 22,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 22,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,904 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 21,904 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))

Riders seat insecure lock not holding (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 19,816 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,668 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 19,549 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 19,541 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 19,541 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Horn not working 25
Direction indicator not working 23
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B979 JCD is a 1984 Vespa Douglas in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,742 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vespa Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B979 JCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 42 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B979 JCD registered?

B979 JCD is a 1984 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 21 November 1984.

Is B979 JCD safe to buy?

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